Cranberry Liqueur Light
Capture the festive spirit with this delightful Cranberry Liqueur Light, a homemade infusion bursting with vibrant flavors and natural sweetness. This recipe combines tart fresh cranberries, silky honey, and a hint of zesty orange with smooth vodka and a touch of vanilla, creating a perfectly balanced, lightly sweetened liqueur. With just 10 minutes of prep and a few weeks of infusing, the result is a brilliantly hued, aromatic drink that's perfect for holiday gatherings or as a unique, handcrafted gift. Serve it chilled on its own, mix it into festive cocktails, or drizzle it over desserts for an extra flair. Simple, sophisticated, and versatile, this cranberry liqueur is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Fresh cranberries
- 500 milliliters Vodka
- 250 milliliters Water
- 100 grams Honey
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Wash the cranberries and pierce each one with a fork or knife to allow the juices to release during infusion.
In a medium saucepan, combine water, honey, and orange zest. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey has fully dissolved. This should take about 5 minutes.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and gently simmer the mixture for 10 minutes or until the berries begin to soften and burst.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Pour the cooled cranberry mixture into a large glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Add the vodka and vanilla extract to the jar, stirring to combine.
Seal the jar and store it in a cool, dark place for 2 to 3 weeks, shaking gently every few days to help the flavors infuse.
After the infusion period, strain the liqueur through a fine mesh sieve or a cheesecloth to remove the solids. Discard the cranberries and zest.
Transfer the strained liqueur into a clean, sterilized bottle or jar for storage. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
Serve the liqueur chilled as a standalone drink, or use it as a base for cocktails and holiday beverages.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.1 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 318 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
